A Nordic Retreat in the Sky: Scandinavian Airlines Business Class Experience
Can you ever have a bad time when traveling? Not if you’re enjoying the ultimate in luxury and comfort in the business-class cabin of Scandinavian Airlines.
Read on to discover how this blog will tempt you with a Nordic vibe combined with top-of-the-world service from SAS at 30,000 feet.
Experience spacious seats, fabulous extras included as standard, great food, and an individual approach that makes every trip with SAS feel like something special.
So fasten your seatbelt, lean back, and enjoy a flight unlike any other – quite literally! Why risk booking elsewhere when today’s post will show you just how good it is to fly Scandinavian Airlines?
Why Should You Choose Scandinavian Airlines Business Class?
If you want to enjoy luxurious travel in the skies, then opting for business class with Scandinavian Airlines should be your top choice. Just read on to find out why
Airport Experience
Choosing SAS Business Class means that at the airport, you can expect a stress-free and seamless experience. There are dedicated check-in and bag drop counters, fast-track security, and priority boarding.
At Copenhagen Kastrup (CPH), SAS even has its own private Fast Track exclusively for premium passengers.
To make things easier still, there’s also an app for easy check-in – once checked in, passengers have access to expansive SAS-branded lounges located in Stockholm Arlanda (ARN), Copenhagen Kastrup (CPH), and Oslo Gardermoen (OSL).
The lounges feature contemporary Scandinavian design aesthetics with lots of light colors and wood.
They come packed full of amenities for Business Class passengers or Star Alliance Gold cardholders, including an extensive food selection served from bottles rather than tap wine.
There are showers if you want to freshen up, as well as customer service desks where travelers can seek assistance.
SAS says it continues to innovate lounge concepts via select locations, which now incorporate barista stations, daylight booster zones for light enthusiasts, or innovation hubs showcasing new technology.
Comfortable Seats
When flying in SAS Business Class, the standout feature is the seat. With a push of a button, it converts to what one might today expect: an all-but-horizontal bed so you can sleep properly on overnight flights.
They are upholstered in charcoal fabrics and arranged 1-2-1 across the aisle with staggered placement, ensuring direct aisle access for every passenger.
If privacy is important to you when sleeping, choose a window-side seat; if easier accessibility is more of a priority, opt for something closer to the aisle. Bulkhead rows have particularly generous footwells as well as extra legroom.
Centre seats strike what some may consider a perfect balance between ample conversation distance and personal space with fixed privacy partitions and big armrests.
On its A330-300s and newer A350-900s – but not its older A340-300s – SAS has an exclusive second mini-cabin at the rear of business class with eight seats across two rows that some passengers describe as having an intimate atmosphere.
Just bear in mind that service here may be slightly slower due to front-to-back service protocols.
On shorter-haul routes served by its brand new single-aisle Airbus A321LR fleet, SAS offers 22 fully flat Thompson Aero Vantage seats (the same type used by many airlines).
Arranged alternately 2-2 and 1-1 with seven rows – including six coveted “throne” seats in rows two, four, or six. Solo travelers will really appreciate the extra space and comfort these light grey chairs provide. Each comes equipped with inflight entertainment screens plus power sockets.
Exclusive Dining Experience
The in-flight dining experience reaches new heights with SAS Business Class, which showcases Scandinavian excellence. On flights departing from Scandinavia, the menu emphasizes local suppliers and global flavors.
Tables adorned with Georg Jensen cutlery, Royal Copenhagen china, and Orrefors glassware set the scene for an extravagant first meal that is delivered on display trolleys to provide a feast for passengers’ eyes.
Signature dishes such as the Swedish delicacy Vendace roe add a regal touch. The main course selection is diverse, desserts are indulgent, and pre-landing treats mean the journey’s end need not be the end of culinary treats – all part of SAS’s commitment to high-flown eating.
In-Flight Entertainment
If you’re flying SAS Business Class, entertainment is the name of the game. Each seat comes with its own HD touchscreen measuring 39cm (15.4in).
There are about 200 films to choose from, including new releases and a few Scandinavian and international movies, plus TV shows – although complete boxsets were scarce.
SAS hasn’t forgotten children either: there’s a dedicated “Kids zone” for age-appropriate film-watching and generally keeping parents’ sanity intact.
To add excitement inflight, exterior cameras on all long-haul aircraft allow passengers to watch their journey unfold. The A350 even has a tail camera to ramp up the visual experience.
Noise-canceling headphones are provided, but some might find them lacking in quality. If you bring your own headphones, you’ll need a two-prong adaptor.
A satellite-based internet connection provides unlimited complimentary WI-FI at acceptable speeds throughout the journey, unlike those pesky data roaming charges that can apply once you land abroad.
And every seat has power sockets and USB ports for charging devices throughout the trip.
Amenity Kit
Stepping up their amenity kit game, SAS has introduced the SAS Comfort Kit, wrapped in a stylish suitcase organizer courtesy of luxury mattress and bedding brand Dux – bringing a touch of Swedish sophistication to your travel essentials.
The toothpaste by Sweden’s Humble Co Dental Care keeps your breath fresh. An eye mask from Dux promises restful sleep. The earplugs come from Swedsafe for peaceful journeys.
Recycled socks provide added comfort, thanks to Swedish Stocking Socks. And Stockholm-based Verso Skincare offers lip balm and skin gel for hydration and minty freshness.
All the contents are locally sourced – something SAS is starting to focus more on with other partnerships as it seeks ways to differentiate its offering further.
Bottom Line
Experience the Scandinavian Airlines Business Class, a retreat that’s sophisticated and peaceful. From check-ins made easier with dedicated counters to access to luxurious lounges, SAS ensures your journey is seamless from start to finish.
Once on board, you’ll enjoy spacious seats that convert into fully flat beds, plus sleek Nordic-inspired design elements. Though entertainment may be limited, Wi-Fi access and power sockets are there for any time of use.
The new comfort kit adds an extra touch of luxury with products sourced from well-known Swedish brands.
Enjoy fine dining and superb service while exterior cameras provide breathtaking views as you travel by air: choose SAS Business Class when you want an elevated travel experience like no other!
